Mtskheta-Jvari Gori-Uplistsikhe full-day tour

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Overview

Discover some of Georgia’s most important historical landmarks. In a single day with our tour from Tbilisi, explore the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe, the UNESCO world heritage site of Gori and more. Drive to Mtskheta and visit UNESCO sites: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral dated 11th c. Also “Great Church of Jvari” sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery. Meet Georgian gastronomy and local flea market. By the evening drive back to Tbilisi.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide service
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entrance fee to Museum of Stalin in Gori ( 5 USD per person ) (optional)
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We will pick up from any hotel located in Tbilisi

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Jvari Church

Reach Jvari Monastery, translated as the "Monastery of the Cross". Jvari monastery stands on the rocky mountaintop at the confluence of the Mtkvari and the Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the Kingdom of Iberia. Jvari Monastery is a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta. Along with other historic structures of Mtskheta, it is listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The present building, or “Great Church of Jvari”, is generally held to have been built between 586-604.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Stalin Museum

Arrive at the Stalin Museum, or have free Time In Gori (Optional). Stalin Museum (Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin Museum) is a museum in Gori, Georgia. Dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The Museum retains its Soviet-era characteristics, Stalin's Original house, and Stalin's railway carriage. In Case Of Free Time In Gori (Optional) There have been fortifications on the hill dominating Gori since the first half of the first millennium BC. Discover The City Gori has been populated since the early Bronze Age. According to medieval Georgian chronicles, the town of Gori was founded by King David IV. The fortress of Gori (Goris-Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates the existence of an urban community in Classical Antiquity.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Uplistsiche Cave Town

Arrive in Uplistsikhe Cavetown. Uplistsikhe is an ancient rock-hewn town in eastern Georgia. It is identified by archaeologists as one of the oldest urban settlements in Georgia. Built on a left bank of the Mtkvari River, it contains various structures dating from the Early Iron Age to the Late Middle Ages and is notable for the unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran, as well as the coexistence of pagan and Christian architecture. The tour of the ruins is only for the able (and requires gripping footwear), starting with steps, then scrambling up rocks and following an ancient pathway past grain pits to the remains of a theater built in the 2nd or 3rd century AD, complete with an orchestra pit.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

Arrive In Svetitskhoveli in Mtskheta. Due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, it is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (literally the Cathedral of the Living Pillar) It is currently the second-largest church building in Georgia, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral. As one poet writes about the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral when you look at it you believe God has been here. The patriarchal cathedral of Mtskheta occupies a central place among these monuments. Svetitskhoveli is the most important monument of Georgian culture, art and architecture. Known as the burial site of Christ's mantle, Svetitskhoveli has long been one of the principal Georgian Orthodox churches and is among the most venerated places of worship in the region. Svetitskhoveli was not only the site of the coronation of the Georgian kings but also served as their burial place.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Bring comfortable shoes for climbing/walking

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mtskheta-Jvari Gori-Uplistsikhe full-day tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (+04). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide service
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entrance fee to Museum of Stalin in Gori ( 5 USD per person ) (optional)
  • Entrance fee to Uplistsikhe ( 5 USD per person ) (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Bring comfortable shoes for climbing/walking
  • Don’t be late for the pick up

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (+04).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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